Love at First Novel by Gu Lingfei

River had already started to notice something-Serenity was just waiting to see when he'd finally break the ice.

She wanted to stay in Eaglioncile with the kids for the summer, just to watch how River's story unfolded.

Of course, that was just wishful thinking. In ten days, she'd be heading back. On one hand, she had her own businesses to run. Tania had handed over the

York family's household matters to her, so she was now in charge of both her own affairs and the various smaller businesses under the York name.

The York family owned several properties that brought in rental income. Serenity didn't go out and collect the rent herself, but she had to handle the books. Her plate was full.

Another reason she had to return soon was Zachary. He didn't want her staying in Eaglioncile that long. He told her to take the kids for a week, have fun, and then come back.

short. She had to persuade Zachary to let

problem there. The issue was that he'd be stuck alone in an empty house. And for a man who loved his wife more than life itself, not seeing her for ten days was unbearable. He also joked that their son would use this time to steal all the

know whether to laugh or cry-Zachary was even jealous

was just stricter with him.

Even if he didn't take over the family

go see it myself!" the old lady said with excitement. "When you have time, invite Romina out for dinner or shopping. Get a feel for her character, spend time with

Grandma. Romina's super friendly. She even offered to be our tour guide said she'd show us around and take us to try all the local

we did exchange numbers. When I have

then told the old lady more details about River and Romina's recent

laughed. "River got slapped and still found a way to rely on her. That girl from the Lafond family clearly isn't as sly

River isn't the kind to just let things